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LATEST NEWS

Youth initiatives empower future leaders through education and innovation.

Royal leadership supports sustainable growth and environmental responsibility nationwide.

National festivals unite communities under shared heritage and traditions.

Royal visits promote cultural understanding and strengthen international diplomatic relations.

ROYAL EVENTS & ENGAGEMENTS

Royal events and engagements reflect the monarchy’s deep connection with the people and the nation’s cultural heritage. Through public ceremonies, national celebrations, diplomatic meetings, and community visits, the royal family demonstrates leadership grounded in tradition and service. These occasions strengthen unity, honor historic milestones, and celebrate shared values that bind communities together. Each event is conducted with dignity and respect, symbolizing continuity, stability, and national pride.

Beyond ceremonial duties, royal engagements focus on social development, youth empowerment, environmental initiatives, and humanitarian outreach. By actively participating in national programs and international dialogue, the royal family reinforces commitment to progress while preserving cultural identity and sovereign values.

PRESS RELEASES

Bhutanese Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay will attend.

In a joint press release, UNICEF and the Prime Minister of Bhutan.

Leaders of Việt Nam and Bhutan released a joint statement after.

Following a state visit to Bhutan by India’s Prime Minister, both

Coverage on the plight of political prisoners in Bhutan.

ata Power and Druk Green Power Corporation signed agreements.

SPEECHES & STATEMENTS

Recent speeches and statements from Bhutan are primarily focused on diplomacy and international forums, including Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay’s address at the UN General Assembly, which highlighted the importance of cities in climate change efforts, and statements surrounding the November 2025 visit of the Indian Prime Minister, which emphasized strong bilateral relations, cultural ties, and infrastructure cooperation.

ROYAL ARCHIVES

The “Bhutan Royal Archives” primarily refers to the National Library and Archives of Bhutan (NLAB), which was established in 1967 to preserve Bhutan’s literary and cultural heritage. It is a key repository for the country’s religious texts, historical documents, and government archives, aiming to safeguard, preserve, and promote Bhutan’s heritage. Other related archives and collections can be found in institutions like the Wangduechhoeling Palace Museum, which showcases historical artifacts and royal history.

NATIONAL LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES OF BHUTAN (NLAB)

ESTABLISHMENT:

Founded in 1967 under the patronage of Her Majesty Ashi Phuntso Choden, with the goal of preserving Bhutan's literary heritage.

COLLECTIONS:

Houses a vast collection of traditional texts, particularly Vajrayana Buddhist manuscripts, as well as national archival documents.

MISSION:

To provide access to national and international resources, serve as a public reference library, and promote the preservation of Bhutan's cultural heritage.

OTHER RELATED ARCHIVES

WANGDUECHHOELING PALACE MUSEUM:

A museum that serves as a cultural center and displays historical artifacts from the palace, which was a former home of Bhutan's kings.

ROYAL GOVERNMENT OF BHUTAN ARCHIVES:

This term is also used for archives of a general nature, such as those found in government departments like the Adaptation At Altitude and the Samdrup Jongkhar Thromde.